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How To Build A Stunning Home Patio On A Limited Budget

When you want to install a patio space in your backyard and you're on a limited budget, there are still ways to get stunning results. Patios elevate the curb appeal of your home and provide you with a sanctuary to both relax and entertain. So if you're interested in creating a patio without spending a fortune, consider a few options you have to build something great.

Look For Long-Term

Using materials that are low-maintenance and outlast other options is a way to invest your money in a long-term patio. Patios that don't need to be stained, painted, resurfaced, or sealed can be the alternative that will save you money over time.

There are a multitude of material options that can give you a beautiful flooring result with minimal maintenance:

Aggregates: Aggregates, like sand, gravel, or decorative rocks, don't require maintenance, are easy to install, and lend beauty to any outdoor space.

Composites: Composites can cost more up front than wood, but don't require staining year-after-year in order to look great. The most maintenance you'll have to do with composite materials is use soap and water to remove mildew and stains.

Recycled: Though considered uncommon for patio spaces, consider using recycled materials, like rubber tires, fill, or concrete as a flooring medium. The aesthetic can be both appealing and modern, and comfortable when combined with pavers, aggregates, or concrete stepping stones. These materials don't need to be maintained, and they can allow you to build your patio space in a responsible way.

Though some minimal-maintenance materials will cost you more up-front than traditional building materials, the money you'll save over time avoiding maintenance ensures that you've made a wise investment.

Try Unconventional Options

Using unconventional options for patio spaces means finding alternatives to flooring and sheltered spaces, often by using available (or free) resources. Building a patio doesn't have to mean clearing space and building foundations, you can also build a patio area in places that take advantage of cleared space, old structures, shady overhangs, or existing outdoor flooring.

Try floating stone pavers in existing grass or aggregates for a contemporary patio space that can be embellished with outdoor furniture. If you're really into DIY design, you can make concrete pavers for a fraction of the price--and with a look that's both incredible and unique.

Building a patio under an existing metal or post-stick structure will help you eliminate the need for creating shade or finding suitable structural or vegetative overhang. But if you can't find a shady spot or don't have an existing overhang, you can always build a simple post-frame pergola over a natural floor. A simple post-frame pergola requires the most minimal materials to create a shady patio area.

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My wife had finally agreed to let me install a home theater. I was keen on doing everything myself, including wiring the room for speakers and lighting. Unfortunately, I wasn't experienced and I ended up making a mess of things. We had to call in an electrician who had to fix my work and then do the job right.
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